Welcome to NICA!
The National Independent Concessionaires Association (NICA) is a Membership-Driven Organization dedicated to strengthening relationships with the Fair, Festival, and Special Events Industries through effective Communication, Education, Benefits, Leadership, and Solutions.
Our growing membership includes over 1,200 mobile food and retail Concessionaires, Fairs, Festivals, and Associate Members in Industry-related companies that specialize in distribution, insurance, manufacturing, supplies, and special services in the United States and Canada. NICA's large number of benefits include discounts on variety of items including food, beverages, supplies, and more, so you can make the most of your season.Â
NICA participates in a majority of State Fair annual conventions nationwide along with the NICA Business Expo and Fare Foods Food Show in February, Florida Federation of Fairs Convention in May, and NICA Marketplace "Together!" and IAFE Convention in November.
Read the Latest Issue of NICA News:
Submit Your Board of Director Nominations By November 15th
It's that time of year again! NICA is currently accepting nominations for next year’s Board of Directors election. Joining NICA’s Board offers many opportunities to have your voice heard, connect with other professionals in the Fair Industry, and to further the cause of NICA. Call (813) 438-8926 or visit www.nicainc.org/nominations to learn more. "Together We Can!"
Welcome to Las Vegas for NICA Marketplace!
Wow, it's almost here! We are now a day away from NICA Marketplace, "Together!" where we will share ideas, networking, products, and services. In 48 hours you will network with colleagues, discuss practical solutions, enjoy storytelling, and return enriched. We encourage you to view our Full Program Schedule below to plan your event.
Thank You to All Who Have Registered!
We are looking forward to meeting you! If you are arriving on Sunday, from 2:00 - 6:00 PM, we invite you to take the elevators upstairs from the Tuscany Hotel and/or the escalator to Registration, located in the Florentine Lobby, where you can learn more about the event, pick up your badge, lanyard (sponsored by Forever Concession Trailers), and Tote Bag (sponsored by Entegra). If you are arriving on Monday and/or Tuesday, Registration will be located near the escalators in the Florentine Lobby just outside the Trade Show, open daily from 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM on Monday and 8:30 – 11:30 AM on Tuesday.
If you have not yet registered, online registration is now closed. Onsite, the Registration rate will be $249 for Members and $279 for Non-Members. We are very thankful for your continued support and we will see you soon!
Marketplace Membership Promotion:
When registering, add or become a new NICA Member for $125 and you will also receive the Member rate ($80 total savings).
Announcements
2026 NICA Foundation Scholarship Recipients Have Been Selected
NICA Marketplace Early Bird & Trade Show Early Bird Registration Ends September 15th
Board Nominations Due By October 15th
Support the CARE Act & RIDE Act Bills Today
Thank You For Attending the 2026 NICA Business Expo & Fare Foods Food Show!
Join the Conversation with NICA Live!
The discount and savings programs that NICA has negotiated with our premiere partners are just another way we are building relationships throughout this industry in order to bring much needed and REAL benefits to our members. See the latest Benefit Booklet for more details.
Member Benefits
View our full benefits list and see how you can save more than the cost of a membership.
